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Wendy's (WEN) is launching innovative variations of its iconic Frosty dessert with two new product lines. Frosty Swirls, launching April 11 in the Wendy's app and nationwide April 15, feature three sauce options: Strawberry, Caramel, and Brownie Batter. Frosty Fusions, launching nationwide May 12, combine sauces with mix-ins including Pop-Tarts Crunchy Poppers and OREO cookie pieces.

The new lineup includes Pop-Tarts Strawberry Frosty Fusion, OREO Brownie Frosty Fusion, and Caramel Crunch Frosty Fusion. To support this launch, Wendy's has updated its restaurant equipment, introduced new domed-lid cups for fry dipping, and designed custom blue Frosty spoons.

Wendy's (WEN) has announced it will release its first quarter 2025 financial results before market opening on Friday, May 2, 2025. The company will hold a conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results.

The conference call will be accessible via phone for both domestic (844-200-6205) and international callers (929-526-1599) using event ID 683875. Presentation materials and webcast will be available on Wendy's Investor Relations website, with a replay option accessible after the event.

Wendy's has launched a March Madness promotion offering a $1 Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger or $1 Double Stack with additional purchase through the Wendy's app, running until April 13, 2025. As the Official Hamburger of March Madness, Wendy's is partnering with broadcast legends Ian Eagle and Clark Kellogg to promote their fresh, never frozen beef offerings.

The promotion includes delivery partner deals: DoorDash offers free Son of Baconator for DashPass subscribers on orders over $20, Uber Eats features a BOGO Double Stack Biggie Bag, and GrubHub provides a free Baconator with $20+ purchases.

Wendy's (WEN) unveiled its growth strategy and long-term financial targets during its 2025 Investor Day. The company outlined three key pillars: menu innovation, customer experience enhancement, and global expansion.

The restaurant chain aims to add 1,000 net new restaurants globally by 2028 and presented its long-term financial algorithm targeting:

• 3-4% annual net unit growth
• 5-6% annual systemwide sales growth
• 7-8% annual adjusted EBITDA growth

Under new CEO Kirk Tanner's leadership, Wendy's plans to focus on updating core menu items, launching innovations, and investing in technology to enhance customer experience and increase restaurant profitability. The company is implementing a 'globally great, locally even better' approach to fuel international growth and strengthen its supply chain.

Wendy's has achieved a significant global expansion milestone with the opening of its 500th restaurant in the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) region. The landmark restaurant, located in Nagano, Japan, features the brand's new Global Next Gen design combining modern innovation with advanced technology.

The company recently marked several expansion milestones, including its 160th restaurant in India and the first of 200 planned locations in Australia at Surfers Paradise, Queensland. Wendy's is also expanding in Europe with new restaurants planned in Romania, Scotland, and Ireland for 2025.

The Nagano location, operated by Wendy's Japan K.K., represents their 75th Wendy's First Kitchen restaurant. The brand distinguishes itself through fresh, made-to-order square hamburgers, premium chicken products, Hot & Crispy fries, and the iconic Frosty® dessert, while adapting menu innovations to regional tastes.

Wendy's (WEN) announces the launch of a new Thin Mints Frosty, created in partnership with Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), available nationwide from February 21, 2025. The -time offering combines the Classic Chocolate or Vanilla Frosty with a minty cookie crumble sauce inspired by Girl Scout Thin Mints cookies.

As part of this collaboration, more than 4,200 Wendy's restaurants will serve as national boothing partners for Girl Scout troops during cookie season. Additionally, starting February 24, Wendy's will introduce the Thin Mints Frosty Adventure mobile game, offering daily food prizes and a chance to win up to $10,000 through a sweepstakes.

Wendy's (WEN) reported Q4 2024 results with systemwide sales growth of 5.4% to $3.7 billion and full-year growth of 3.1% to $14.5 billion. Q4 same-restaurant sales increased 4.3%, while full-year saw 1.5% growth, marking the 14th consecutive year of same-restaurant sales growth.

Q4 net income reached $47.5 million with adjusted EBITDA of $137.5 million (up 8.6%). Full-year net income was $194.4 million with adjusted EBITDA of $543.6 million (up 1.4%). Q4 adjusted earnings per share increased 19% to $0.25, while full-year adjusted EPS grew 3.1% to $1.00.

The company updated its capital allocation policy, targeting a dividend payout ratio of 50-60% of adjusted earnings and plans to repurchase up to $200 million in shares during 2025. For 2025, Wendy's expects global systemwide sales growth of 2-3% and adjusted EPS of $0.98-$1.02.

Wendy's (WEN) has announced two upcoming investor events. The company will release its Q4 and full year 2024 results along with its 2025 financial outlook before market opens on February 13, 2025, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET. The call will be accessible via webcast and telephone, with domestic callers using (844) 200-6205 and international callers using (929) 526-1599 (event ID 920332).

Additionally, Wendy's will host an investor day at its Dublin, Ohio headquarters on March 6, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 11:30 a.m. ET. During this event, the company will present its strategic vision and long-term financial outlook. While in-person attendance is by invitation only, a live webcast will be available to all interested parties. Presentation materials and archived replays for both events will be accessible on the company's investor relations website.

Wendy's launches '12 Days of Bow-GO' promotion offering daily BOGO deals through its mobile app from December 11-22, 2024. The promotion features over $50 in savings on popular menu items, including buy-one-get-one FREE offers on the Breakfast Baconator, Dave's Single, and Saucy Nuggs. Additionally, customers can enjoy free delivery during breakfast hours throughout December when ordering through the Wendy's app. The deals are available at participating locations nationwide and can be accessed by downloading the Wendy's app or creating an account at wendys.com.